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Handsome Antique Horn and Silver Plate Inkwell Dated 1897

$1,083.33
£795
€936.99
CA$1,490.97
A$1,661.84
CHF 871.91
MX$20,293.81
NOK 11,040.30
SEK 10,434.77
DKK 6,993.15

About the Item

An outstanding late Victorian inkwell made from two cattle horns and mounted with silver plated fittings, a stunning combination and always highly sought-after; I haven't had one of these for several years. The large inkwell is made from a hefty piece of crystal with a hinged lid, engraved clearly as a presentation piece in 1897, some usual wear to the plate on the interior. Below the ring handle, is an integral pen rest for one's dip pen (the one shown is a new example which I am including in the sale to complete the look) Excellent condition measuring 8 1/2" x 8 1/2" x 8 1/2" tall. The glass inkwell measuring 2 1/2" square. Item ID:36736 FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly from London, England
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Depth: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1897
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bath, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 367361stDibs: LU3365338225502

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